What is CT Scan (computerized tomography scan)?
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A computerized tomography (CT) scan is a specialized type of X-ray technique. It produces more detailed images of your body’s internal structures than the images typically produced by conventional X-rays.
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How do members experience CT Scan (computerized tomography scan)?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic assessment | 1,486 | 106 | |
| Sphincter of Oddi dysfunction | 64 | 0 | |
| Headaches | 26 | 2 | |
| Dizziness | 22 | 1 | |
| Increase effect of another treatment | 14 | 2 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Anxious mood | 2 | |
| Itching | 1 | |
| Nerve pain (neuralgia) | 1 | |
| Pain | 1 | |
| Pain in lower back | 1 | |
| Weight gain | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 1 | |
| Moderate | 2 | |
| Mild | 3 | |
| None | 129 |
Member evaluations
gagafor2
evaluated on Sep 21, 2018
- Perceived effectiveness for Diagnostic assessment: Major
- Side effects: None
gagafor2
evaluated on Jan 28, 2017
- Perceived effectiveness for lung nodules: Can't tell
- Side effects: None
firefly84
evaluated on Aug 15, 2015
- Perceived effectiveness for abdominal pain: Can't tell
- Side effects: None
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